I have a hearing for an overpayment from Social Security and am looking for a lawyer for low income to come with me to court

The other two attorneys have given you good information but also keep in mind that overpayments of social security can be discharged in bankruptcy...

What is an Entry of Default?

I agree with the other attorneys; if the default was entered after your bankruptcy was filed, it shouldn't have been. This judgment will stay on...

We are on a chp 13 and our mortgage is included, but we have gotten behind and recieved a letter to dismiss our case.

I agree with Mr. Caldwell, who is an experienced and well-respected North Carolina bankruptcy attorney.

Can I ask a CA attorney for bankruptcy laws here in CA.?

Yes absolutely. You can find a great attorney here on this website by clicking on the "Find a Lawyer" tab. Since taxes are involved, the...

If a default judgment is attained for unpaid school loans (which are not discharged in BK), can the DJ be discharged in BK?

The default judgment would still be a debt for student loans, which means in order to discharge them in bankruptcy you would need to file an...

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I'm considering filing chapter 7 bankruptcy and before I filed I wanted to know how it would affect my spouse ?

Since you have indicated that you have no joint debt with your ex-spouse and you are presently separated, he or she should not be affected at all. ...

How is a Variable 7 year Annuity treated in a Ca. Chap. 7 BK filing ? Buy with loan from Ins. policy. Is this permissible ?

You need to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney review the annuity policy. This is too important and there is too much at risk for you to rely...

Can I get health insurance

You are in California so the correct place for you to go is the Covered California website. I am providing the link below.

I purchased 'junk insurance' which won't pay for my needed chemo or radiation treatment.

I agree with the advice of all three attorneys but especially Mr. Groff who recommended you take your case to a local attorney specializing in...

How do we settle mortgage debt on investment properties?

In addition to the advice provided by the other attorneys, I recommend you consult with your tax preparer before deciding how to proceed. Settling...